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Gungahlin town centre study
Gungahlin town centre study of commercial and community land supply
A study has commenced to examine options for increasing commercial and community land supply in the Gungahlin town centre.
Focus of study
The ACT Government has invested $200,000 to examine the amount of commercial and community land in the Gungahlin town centre and review the town centre’s planning controls and infrastructure needs. This study will focus on:
- the long-term commercial and community land supply for the Gungahlin town centre;
- the character of future development in the town centre, such as building heights and integration with existing development; and
- transport needs related to an increase in employment.
This review will lead to an indicative land supply strategy and capital works program as well as possible changes to the planning controls for the town centre to broadly guide future development.
Why the study is being completed
Through the Statement of Planning Intent, the Government has committed to delivering improved services to the community of Gungahlin. Part of that commitment is to ensure Gungahlin has key services such as shops, schools, ovals, public spaces, petrol stations and leisure facilities, as well as the potential to attract commercial office development to provide for increased local employment.
Consultation
The Draft Concept Report (PDF 13.92Mb) and Issues Paper (PDF 8.21Mb) were open for comment from Thursday 15 May until Monday 16 June 2008.
Over 120 responses were received from members of the public, businesses, community groups and Government agencies through an internet survey, in writing and at meetings. A summary of comments (PDF 105kb) has been prepared.
The Authority will now consider the community’s views and use them to inform the development of a draft report, expected to be available in late 2008.
